Single-Photon Non-Locality

Projektinformationen

SiPhoN

ID Finanzhilfevereinbarung: 661416

DOI 10.3030/661416

Projekt abgeschlossen

EK-Unterschriftsdatum 23 März 2015

Startdatum 1 November 2015

Enddatum 2 Dezember 2017

Finanziert unter

• EXCELLENT SCIENCE - Marie Skłodowska-Curie Actions

Gesamtkosten € 173 857,20

EU-Beitrag € 173 857,20

Koordiniert durch

KUNGLIGA TEKNISKA HOEGSKOLAN
Sweden

Ziel

The principle of non-locality is one of the most impressive features of quantum mechanics. Usually, non-locality is related to two or more particles sharing a common characteristic. This quantum mechanical effect is well understood and several experimental demonstrations have been performed. However, non-locality of a single particle, in particular of a single-photon raises fundamental questions: Can a single-photon be simultaneously at different locations? In spite of numerous theoretical concepts, no clear experiment has yet been reported.
In this project, I will experimentally prove the non-local nature of a single-photon. To this end, I will create on-demand single-photons from nanowire quantum dots and measure the single-photon non-locality in a new homodyne detection scheme. This combines several future key technologies ranging from novel quantum light sources to superconducting materials, making the proposed research of broad interest in the European research community. In addition, this project will enable Single Quantum B.V. (the only European company developing superconducting detectors and in competition with Russian and US companies) to perfect their detection systems and optimize them for the emerging market of quantum optics applications that is expected to turn into a large market in this century.
A successful realization of the proposed research relies on four pillars: Resonance fluorescence (applicant: Dr. Joens), bright single-photon emitters (supervisor: Prof. Zwiller), efficient detectors (partner: Single Quantum B.V.) and the theoretical understanding of non-locality (host: KTH). Every single party contributes with its unique expertise to the big picture. This makes the proposed constellation of participating organisations essential for the success of the project. Together we will finally answer one of the fundamental questions in quantum mechanics: Single-photon non-locality.

Wissenschaftliches Gebiet

• natural sciences › physical sciences › quantum physics
• natural sciences › physical sciences › theoretical physics › particle physics › photons
• social sciences › economics and business › business and management › commerce

Programm/Programme

• H2020-EU.1.3. - EXCELLENT SCIENCE - Marie Skłodowska-Curie Actions Main Programme
• H2020-EU.1.3.2. - Nurturing excellence by means of cross-border and cross-sector mobility

Thema/Themen

• MSCA-IF-2014-EF - Marie Skłodowska-Curie Individual Fellowships (IF-EF)

Aufforderung zur Vorschlagseinreichung

H2020-MSCA-IF-2014

Finanzierungsplan

MSCA-IF-EF-ST - Standard EF

Koordinator

KUNGLIGA TEKNISKA HOEGSKOLAN

• Netto-EU-Beitrag: € 173 857,20
• Adresse: BRINELLVAGEN 8 ; 100 44 Stockholm ; Schweden
• Region: Östra Sverige › Stockholm › Stockholms län
• Aktivitätstyp: Higher or Secondary Education Establishments
• Gesamtkosten: € 173 857,20